Senior Statistical Programmer

Job Overview

Provide seasoned technical expertise to develop and advance departmental methodologies that meet internal and external client needs. Plan, coordinate, and lead the development of integrated programming solutions supporting the full spectrum of statistical programming activities. Serve as a technical leader within the department and provide internal consulting services, including the development of specifications and user-needs analyses for complex projects and client requirements.

Essential Functions

• Plan, perform, and coordinate programming activities for complex studies, including:
  • Programming, testing, and documentation of statistical programs to produce tables, figures, and listings
  • Programming of analysis databases (derived datasets) and data transfers for internal and external clients
  • Planning and execution of database quality control and validation activities, as required
• Plan and program the integration of databases from multiple studies or disparate data sources.
• Develop and coordinate comprehensive programming documentation, including plans and specifications, for complex studies.
• Provide advanced technical leadership in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, independently delivering high-quality project solutions to project teams and the department.
• Plan, develop, coordinate, implement, and validate new processes, technologies, macros, and applications.
• Fulfill project responsibilities at the level of statistical team lead for single complex studies or groups of studies.
• Understand and manage project Scope of Work, including budgetary and pricing assumptions; estimate completed effort; manage out-of-scope activities; and forecast resources for single studies.
• May manage project budgets and resource requirements and provide revenue forecasts for single studies.
• Provide training, mentorship, and guidance to junior and lower-level staff.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field with a minimum of three years of relevant experience, or
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field with a minimum of four years of relevant experience, or
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in lieu of a degree.
• Strong knowledge of statistics, programming, and/or the clinical drug development process.
• Advanced knowledge of computing applications, including Base SAS, SAS/GRAPH, and SAS Macro Language.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex tasks and projects effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients.